Podcast
Questions and Answers
What is a characteristic of bad play behavior in dogs?
What is a characteristic of bad play behavior in dogs?
- Pauses in play
- Wiggly body and floppy tail
- Stiff body (correct)
- Role reversals
Why is it important to understand your dog's sociability preferences?
Why is it important to understand your dog's sociability preferences?
- To make them more social
- To prevent reactivity, aggression, and overstimulation (correct)
- To introduce them to as many breeds as possible
- To ensure they make as many dog friends as possible
What is a dog selective dog?
What is a dog selective dog?
- A dog that is shy around other dogs
- A dog that dislikes all other dogs
- A dog that has specific preferences for playmates (correct)
- A dog that has preferences for certain breeds
What should you do if you feel uncomfortable or your dog seems uncomfortable during a play date?
What should you do if you feel uncomfortable or your dog seems uncomfortable during a play date?
Why is it essential to learn about canine body language?
Why is it essential to learn about canine body language?
What is a characteristic of a dog aggressive dog?
What is a characteristic of a dog aggressive dog?
What is the primary goal of teaching your dog to ignore and be neutral around other dogs?
What is the primary goal of teaching your dog to ignore and be neutral around other dogs?
What is a key benefit of walking parallel to other dogs during socialization?
What is a key benefit of walking parallel to other dogs during socialization?
Why are on-leash greetings not recommended when introducing new dogs to each other?
Why are on-leash greetings not recommended when introducing new dogs to each other?
What is the benefit of allowing dogs to decompress in their own space after an interaction?
What is the benefit of allowing dogs to decompress in their own space after an interaction?
Why is it important to learn how to greet a dog properly?
Why is it important to learn how to greet a dog properly?
What is the ultimate goal of socialization when introducing dogs to each other?
What is the ultimate goal of socialization when introducing dogs to each other?
Why do some dogs become aggressive or reactive when they see other dogs?
Why do some dogs become aggressive or reactive when they see other dogs?
What is a common reason why a previously social dog may start showing reactive or aggressive behaviors?
What is a common reason why a previously social dog may start showing reactive or aggressive behaviors?
What is the primary difference between a dog selective dog and a dog aggressive dog?
What is the primary difference between a dog selective dog and a dog aggressive dog?
What is a potential consequence of excessive interactions with other dogs?
What is a potential consequence of excessive interactions with other dogs?
Why is re-socialization important for dogs that have become aggressive or reactive?
Why is re-socialization important for dogs that have become aggressive or reactive?
What is a common scenario where dogs may become over-stimulated and anxious?
What is a common scenario where dogs may become over-stimulated and anxious?
